A worst-case escalation of the Israel-Iran conflict, potentially closing the Strait of Hormuz and igniting a regional war, would rattle global markets, reshaping commodities, forex, stocks, and cryptocurrencies. As tensions surged on June 13, 2025, oil soared and safe-havens rallied. This analysis explores asset reactions in the short term (days …
Read More »Key Insights for Investors on China’s Crude Oil War Chest Strategy Amid Global Conflicts
China, the world’s largest crude oil importer, is quietly amassing a strategic stockpile, positioning itself to navigate turbulent markets as Middle East conflicts drive price volatility. With surplus crude reaching 1.4 million barrels per day (bpd) in May 2025, the nation’s refineries are processing far less than what’s available from …
Read More »Oil Prices Rise Amid Iran-Israel Conflict, but Supplies Remain Stable
Oil prices saw an uptick on Tuesday, driven by rising concerns over disruptions from the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict. However, major oil and gas infrastructure and supply flows have so far remained relatively unaffected by the escalating tensions. Brent crude futures rose by $1.23, or 1.7%, to $74.46 per barrel as …
Read More »Bitcoin and Crypto Markets Show Fragile Gains Amid Geopolitical Tensions and Fed Anticipation
Bitcoin rose slightly on Tuesday, extending gains from the prior session following reports that Iran was seeking a ceasefire in its ongoing conflict with Israel. However, gains in the cryptocurrency markets remained fragile, as the Middle East conflict showed little sign of de-escalation and traders remained cautious ahead of the …
Read More »European Stocks Fall as Israel-Iran Conflict Escalates, Fed Meeting Looms
European stocks dropped sharply on Tuesday, driven by growing fears of an escalation in the Israel-Iran conflict and anticipation surrounding the Federal Reserve’s upcoming two-day meeting. As of 03:05 ET (07:05 GMT), the DAX index in Germany fell by 1%, the CAC 40 in France dropped 0.8%, and the FTSE …
Read More »Gold Prices Steady Amid Israel-Iran Uncertainty, U.S. Involvement in Focus
Gold prices steadied in Asian trade on Tuesday, after retreating in the prior session amid growing uncertainty over U.S. involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict and the potential for a ceasefire. Spot gold rose 0.2% to $3,392.25 per ounce, while gold futures for August dropped 0.2% to $3,410.70 per ounce by …
Read More »Market Drivers – US Session: BoJ Meeting and Key Data in Focus
US Dollar Faces Continued PressureThe US Dollar Index (DXY) slipped below the 98.00 support level, reflecting persistent downward momentum. Despite rising US yields, the dollar struggles against its rivals, driven by market caution surrounding the Middle East conflict and anticipation of central bank decisions. On June 17, key US data …
Read More »Airlines Crash Amid Geopolitical Storm Hitting Stocks and Revenues
The Israel-Iran conflict, ignited by strikes on June 13, 2025, has sent airlines spiraling into financial chaos. Airspace closures, surging fuel costs, and crashing stocks have gutted revenues, while energy and defense sectors ride the wave. This crisis exposes a brutal truth: geopolitical shocks can paralyze global travel overnight. Here’s …
Read More »Dow Jones Rises on Hopes Geopolitical De-escalation, G-7 Diplomacy
The Dow Jones surged 350 points on June 16, 2025, reclaiming 42,500, driven by optimism for a potential resolution to the Israel-Iran conflict and President Donald Trump’s diplomatic engagements at the G-7 summit in Canada. Despite trade uncertainties and ongoing Middle East tensions, markets leaned into a risk-on mood, though …
Read More »USD/JPY Steady as Bank of Japan’s Policy Decision Looms
The USD/JPY pair lingers near 144.20, with markets on high alert for the Bank of Japan’s (BoJ) monetary policy decision on June 16–17. This pivotal moment could shift the Japanese Yen’s trajectory against the US Dollar, influenced by Japan’s policy moves and global economic currents. The stark monetary policy divide …
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